BEAUFORT FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Four Hours, Fifteen Miles Out: Near‑Shore Trolling for Mackerel and Barracuda off Beaufort
A focused 4‑hour trolling charter that runs within 15 miles of shore, targeting Spanish and King mackerel as well as barracuda — this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
Four Hours, Fifteen Miles Out: Near‑Shore Trolling for Mackerel and Barracuda off Beaufort.
Half Day Near Shore is a 4‑hour fishing charter out of Beaufort that trolls within 15 miles of land for species such as Spanish mackerel, King mackerel and barracuda; the trip runs as either shared or private charters and can be booked per person or as the whole boat.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Spanish, King Mackerel and Barracuda
The most common targets on this near‑shore troll are Spanish mackerel, King mackerel and barracuda — fast, surface‑oriented fish that make the four hours of trolling lively and direct.
Trolling Within 15 Miles of Shore
The charter keeps you within roughly 15 miles of land for a concentrated half‑day of trolling, letting anglers cover productive near‑shore structure without committing to an overnight trip.
Shared and Private Options
This outing is offered as both shared and private charters; pricing is available per person or for the full boat, and the operator requires a minimum of two people for the trip to run.
What the day feels like
What the Half‑Day Feels Like
Expect a concentrated, four‑hour block of trolling: lines out, lures running, and repeated chances at surface‑feeding mackerel and the occasional barracuda. The rhythm is brisk — cast, troll, and reset over a few hours of open water within the near‑shore band.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits and when to consider other options.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring appropriate on‑water clothing (tech layers, long sleeves or swimwear as desired), sunscreen, hat and sunglasses, footwear that can get wet, and a positive attitude.
This is a 4‑hour half‑day trolling charter; confirm your exact meet time when booking and arrive at the stated meeting location on time.
The outing is available as shared or private; pricing is offered per person or for the whole boat and the operator requires a minimum of two people for the trip to run.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The charter runs for four hours.
Where do we meet?
Meeting location is Discovery Diving Co Inct.
What species are we likely to catch?
The most common species targeted are Spanish mackerel, King mackerel and barracuda.
What does it cost?
The cost is $175 per person, or you can book the whole boat for $425.
Is there a minimum number of people required to run the trip?
Yes — the charter requires a minimum of two persons to run (they do not have to be from the same party).
What should I bring for the boat?
Bring appropriate clothing for on the water, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, footwear that can get wet, and a positive attitude.